consistency was like paint . Use a cosmetic sponge or a cot-
ton swab to apply the dark chalk. Use a stippling technique to
apply. Although it can’t be seen well in the photos, this leaves
textured chalk that looks like pitted rust [51].
For the trucks, I started by mixing light rust powder chalk and
darker rust powder chalk 50/50, and making it into an alco-
hol wash. I applied this wash to the trucks and wheels. After
it dried, I dry-brushed dark rust powder onto the wheels. This
same techniques was used for the couplers [53].
51. The dark spots on the roof were made with
powdered chalk mixed with flat acrylic clear coat. A
cosmetic sponge or cotton swab can be used to apply
the paint-like wash. I used a stippling (dabbing) motion
to apply these spots.
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